Description
Charleston Chewies with Brown Butter are a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavor of brown butter with a chewy texture, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and browned butter, stirring until well mixed.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- These chewies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to add chocolate chips for an extra treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg